Decoding TV

By Decoding TV

David Chen and Patrick Klepek discuss everything going on in the world of TV, with recaps and reviews of the most interesting shows on the air.

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September 08, 2026Ep. 127 - Is ‘Lanterns’ S1E04 Its Best Ep Yet? Or Just Extremely Anticlimactic? (Plus: ‘Dark Matter’ S2E02 Feels Like It’s Trying to Do Too Much)
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns and Dark Matter.
Why did the announcer for Wheel of Fortune get fired? Are we sad about the cancellation of Spider-Noir? And is Lanterns one of the biggest hits in HBO history? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more.
Homework for next week:
Lanterns episode 5 (HBO Max)
Dark Matter season 2 episode 3 (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):
00:30 - TV News
Follow-up: GTA VI tops 31 million views on Netflix
Furious Hits 43 Million Hours Viewed
Lanterns Ep 3 Hits 10 Million Viewers
Netflix renewed all their podcasts
‘Spider-Noir’ Canceled by Prime Video After One Season
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Announcer Jim Thornton Fired by Sony
Dave Bautista Shows Off Body Transformation
28:22 - Lanterns
Episode 4 - Weenie
1:01:53 - Dark Matter Season 2
Episode 2 - A Perfect World
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1h 31min
September 01, 2026Ep. 126 - ‘Lanterns’ S1E03 Takes a Big Swing. Does It Connect? (Plus: ‘Dark Matter’ Season 2 Feels Like a Different Show)
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns and Dark Matter.
Is Apple TV worth $15/month? Was it worth it for Rockstar to paywall a trailer for GTA VI on Netflix? And are we excited about a Furious season 2? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more.
Homework for next week:

Lanterns episode 4 (HBO Max)
Dark Matter season 2 episode 2 (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):

00:30 - TV News
GTA VI leads to netflix viewership spike
Apple TV hikes price of service
Furious renewed for season 2
Robocop TV show casts Dan Stevens in lead role
31:05 - Lanterns
Episode 3 - OutKast
1:06:18 - Dark Matter Season 2
Episode 1 - A Quiet Life
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1h 29min
August 25, 2026Ep. 125 - ‘Lanterns’ S1E02 Asks a Lot of Its Viewers (Plus: Will the Paramount-Warner Merger Be Good for Movie Theaters?)
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then watch the latest episode of Lanterns.
What do we make of the news that Marvel might be making TV shows after all? Is Gorilla Grodd really the next best DC show to make? And what’s the latest with the Paramount-Warner merger? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more.
Homework for next week:

Lanterns episode 3 (HBO Max)
Dark Matter season 2 premiere (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):

01:30 - TV News
Lanterns pulls in 9 million viewers
Marvel probably still making TV shows after all?
Bautista will be Kratos
DC’s The People vs. Gorilla Grodd is going to happen, apparently
Paramount-Warner Merger will cost 4500 jobs
California Attorney General Cancels Paramount Settlement Talks Over $111 Billion Warner Bros. Discovery Deal, Says He’ll Meet When They ‘Stop Playing Games’
This tweet:
https://x.com/ercboxoffice/status/2091961746601005140?s=42
Theater owner weighs in
48:26 - Lanterns
Episode 2 - Trust Fall
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1h 17min
August 20, 2026Bonus Ep: What Was ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 About, Anyway?
In this Decoding TV bonus episode, David and Patrick discuss their thoughts on season 3 of House of the Dragon.

What were our favorite and least favorite storylines this season? What’s the one place we never want the show to return to? And what was this season about, anyway? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more.

And of course, be sure to check out A Cast of Kings for a more detailed and informed breakdown!

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58min
August 18, 2026Ep. 124 - ‘Lanterns’ Is Awesome (Plus: ‘Dark Matter’ S1E09 Opens Up Interesting Possibilities for Season 2)
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the HBO original series Lanterns and conclude their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch.
What do we make of the fact that Marvel won’t be making live action TV shows anymore? Are we excited about IT: Welcome to Derry Season 2? And will the DC Universe ever be appropriate for children? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more.
Homework for next week:
Lanterns episode 2 (HBO Max)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):
02:30 - Show of the Week
Lanterns
33:30 - TV News
Hayden Panettiere, Actress on ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ Dies at 36’
‘VisionQuest’ Could Officially Mark the End of an Era for Marvel
‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ Finally Renewed for Season 2, and It’s Going Back to 1935
1:00:09 - Dark Matter
Episode 9 - Entanglement
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1h 33min
August 11, 2026Ep. 123 - What Makes 'Furious' a Compelling Cat-and-Mouse Show? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E08 Is Audacious and Shocking)
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the Hulu original series Furious and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch.
How much do we think Netflix paid Rockstar to broadcast a videogame commercial? Will Disney Verts ever be a thing? And will David Ellison actually move Paramount out of California? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more.
Homework for next week:

Lanterns (HBO Max)
Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 9 (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):

03:30 - Show of the Week
Furious (Hulu)
21:55 - TV News
GTA 6 to debut extended look on Netflix and YouTube August 27
Disney and tiktok strike content-sharing deal
Ellison threatens to move out of California
Regal and AMC back the Paramount merger
David Ellison promises movie theaters that he’ll release 30 movies per year
45:00 - Dark Matter
Episode 8 - Jupiter
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1h 11min
August 05, 2026Ep. 122 - Can 'Ted Lasso' Season 4 Capture the Magic of Seasons 1-3? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E07 Is When The Show Gets Real Good)
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the return of Ted Lasso and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch.
What happened with Wonder Man season 2? What do we think is going on with the God of War TV show? Why did David Ellison write an op-ed about the Warner Bros. merger for the New York Times? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more.
Homework for next week:
Show of the Week: Furious (Hulu)
Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 8 (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):
2:32 - Show of the Week
Ted Lasso season 4
33:00 - TV News
‘God of War’: Dave Bautista in Talks For Kratos Role in Amazon Series After Ryan Hurst’s Exit
Atreus to be recast
Wonder Man cancelled
Co showrunner speaks
Yahya Abdul Mateen II speaks
NYTimes editorial by David Ellison
1:07:48 - Dark Matter
Episode 7 - In the Fires of Dead Stars
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1h 39min
July 28, 2026Ep. 121 - Is Will Ferrell Still a Relevant Comedic Force in 'The Hawk'? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E06 Is About How Power Corrupts)
In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the Netflix series The Hawk and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch.
Are they really making fewer TV shows these days? Is Alan Ritchson really a loose cannon? Is Paramount gonna be able to bring this merger across the finish line? Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more.
Homework for next week:
Show of the Week: Ted Lasso Season 4 (Apple TV)
Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 7 (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):
08:13 - Show of the Week
The Hawk
31:00 - TV News
Ryan Hurst recast in God of War
Paramount merger delayed
Luminate’s stats on new TV shows
Trailers for Blade Runner 2099 (Nov 2026) and Neuromancer (Jan 22)
Alan Ritchson’s viral moment
1:04:30 - Dark Matter
Episode 6 - Superposition
Links:
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1h 34min
July 22, 2026Bonus Ep: 'Dark Matter' S1E05 And Which Alternate Realities We'd Choose to Visit
In this bonus episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss the fifth episode of Dark Matter’s first season, and which alternate realities we’d choose to visit if we had the chance.
Homework for next week:

Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 6 (Apple TV)
Links:

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44min
July 14, 2026Ep. 120 - Is It Worth Debriefing with 'The Agency' Season 2? (Plus: 'Dark Matter' S1E04 Shows Why It's Hard To Live Someone Else's Life)
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In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what’s going on in the world of TV, then dive into the latest episodes of The Agency and continue their Dark Matter season 1 rewatch. What’s really behind Netflix’s plunging season 2 viewership? Are we excited about a Mare Cinematic Universe? And what tactics is Paramount using these days to get its merger through. Listen to hear us discuss all of these topics and more.
Homework for next week:

Show of the Week (hopefully!): Lucky (Apple TV)
Dark Matter Rewatch: Season 1 Episode 5 (Apple TV)
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate):

02:15 - Show of the Week
The Agency Season 2
26:00- TV News
Lucas Shaw’s screentime follow-up
Julianne Nicholson to Reprise ‘Mare of Easttown’ Role in ‘Task’ Season 2
Paramount Blasts States’ Lawsuit
51:30 - Dark Matter
Episode 4 - The Corridor
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1h 21min

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